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Forgetful Not Forgotten is an intimate portrait of a family coming to grips with the realities of early-onset Alzheimer’s disease. When John Wynn is diagnosed with the disease at the relatively young age of 57, his son, Chris, decides to chronicle his family’s journey to John’s final days. An honest, moving, and at times heartbreaking film, Forgetful Not Forgotten weaves past and present to both celebrate the man who was and mourn his painfully slow and steady disappearance. As much as this is a film about the changes Alzheimer’s brings to a patient’s life, it is even more about how this impacts on family and friends. Forgetful Not Forgotten walks us through Chris and his family’s experiences as they are forced to recreate themselves over the course of John’s disease – changing from a wife and children to increasingly challenged caregivers. Chris also takes us inside the medical world of Alzheimer’s diagnostics and prevention as he tends to his own concerns about this potentially hereditary disease, and the ramifications for his own future. As a tribute, a personal journey, and a documentary on the broad-reaching effects of an increasingly common disease, Forgetful Not Forgotten succeeds on all levels, delivering an empathetic message of hope and encouragement to anyone touched by Alzheimer’s. If nothing else, Forgetful Not Forgotten teaches us an extremely important lesson as we watch a family give so much of themselves to a loved one losing a little more of himself every day: we learn that life is not only about holding on to what we love, but knowing when, and of what, to let go. Watch the trailer
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 Regional Director/Colorado SpringsHi, Chris, ...Dear Chris: ...Chris, this was such a beautiful film, thank you for making it. Unlike most here, I have not had to deal with this illness, but nonetheless was deeply touched by your journey. We are richer for having your gift. I wish you and your family all the best as you continue on.. ...Dear Chris, PresidentJohn, Marilyn and their family are old friends whom I have know from the Dunany community in the Laurentians for a life time. ...My mom is dealing with the same things your mother has gone through as the main care provider. She encourage all of us (six children) to watch your show, as my dad has some dementia. I watched the show with both my mother and father (a few tears fell). My dad commented on some of the tests you went thru and it opened up some discussion. We all want to extremely want to thank you Chris for allowing us in your families lives during this time. ...We\'ve noticed that many who have posted here have shared personal experiences about caring for a loved one with Alzheimer\'s Disease and related dementia. ... ...Hi Chris, ...What a great documentary, I like you have had a parent diagnosed with EOAD. My father was a very smart man, Vice principle at a elementary scool for years. Was diagnosed at 48, I myself was 16.My father and I were never really close but one thing about this disease, It brought us closer toghther. My dads 60th birthday, we moved him into the auxillary, and he passed away at 63, one month later, I had a baby. I know my dad would have loved my kids more than anything, and we talk all the time about him up in heaven. I am having a very hard time wondering what my future holds for me, and I have 2 little kids, and in less that 13 years I will be the same age as my dad when he was diagnosed.Sometmes I think I am going to drive myself crazy with worry, but worrying doesnt solve anything. Has anyone decided to do genetic testing?? ...Hi Chris, ...Hi Chris, ...Hello Chris: ...Hi Chris, ...I fell upon your documentary last night on PBS and within second had called ten friends and colleagues to watch. You have done a fantastic job in recording your fathers voyage and sharing the truths of Alzheimer's with the world. ...I just watched your documentary on TVO although I am in B.C...I went to school with your Mom & also knew your Dad having spent summers at Clear Lake . The film was excellent and I felt very sad for both Marilyn & John and I know how dedicated she was throughout those years. I would like to get one of the DVD's when it is available. ...Hi Chris, ...Hello Chris ...Hi Kathryn & Lucy ...Hey Chris - ...Hi Tara ...Thanks you Chris , your film is something I cant stop thinking about it really moved me , I cant imagine what is was like for you guys , I havent cryed like I did while watching in a long time, your mom is an amazing woman, all of you are amazing people! ...Hi there I watched your movie last night , and I have to say that I was overwhelmed with emotion watching what you and your family went through. You are an amazing family and I thank you for sharing your story. My family has a history of Alzheimers on my dads side and I hope that if I am faced with this in the future with my dad that I can be as strong as your family !! ...hi chris and family, ...to chris and family,it hurts when u watch other families go through what you go through yourself. my father had huntingtons disease(brain disease¨¨,my mom was his caretaker and it was hard to put him in homehe was only 51 while we were dealing with him as a family close like yours, my mom died at 51aneurysm, so it was very hard all support was up to me and my sister.he died 6 years later.younever get over the pain.it hurts forever.when u have no parents it gets hard to be happy.and i am only 39 and found out that i have HD too.when illness enters a family it makes us happy with the little things. my heart goes out to you and all that u are doing for other people.Awareness is the best edication. ...Hi Everyone ...Chris, ...Hello Chris, ...I watched the documentary on TVO, and it really is a touching and very real flim. I work with those who suffer with Alzheimer's, and I see families deal with the stresses of admitting their loved one into a home, and dealing with the rapid changes for many individuals. |
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Interview with Chris Wynn
What is the goal of your film Forgetful Not Forgotten?
